DES
DMS Parents and Guardians
Next week, our students will begin the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) testing. This is an important opportunity for our students to showcase their academic growth and hard work.
Testing Schedule:
Tuesday, March 24 – Thursday, March 26
To encourage our students to do their very best, we have planned a special reward celebration!
Student Incentives: All students who are in attendance for all testing days and put forth their full effort on each assessment will be rewarded on Friday, March 27. Rewards include:
Pizza Party: A celebratory lunch for eligible students.
Prize Drawing: Every eligible student will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a gift card!
How You Can Help: To ensure your child feels prepared and confident, please help them by:
Ensuring they get a good night's sleep before each testing day.
Providing a healthy, filling breakfast.
Confirming they arrive at school on time.
Encouraging them to simply do their best!
Thank you for your continued support of our students and our school. If you have any questions regarding the testing schedule, please feel free to contact the main office.
Du Quoin PreK screening will be held on Friday, April 24th. See flyer for more details.
🌸 Welcome Back, Du Quoin Families!
Message:
We hope everyone had a restful Spring Break! As we start the final quarter of the year, student attendance is more important than ever. Every day counts toward learning and success!
📅 Important Dates:
Fri, Mar 20 – Report Card Day
Thu, Apr 2 – Teacher Institute (No School)
Fri, Apr 3 – Mon, Apr 6 – Easter Break
📚 State Assessments:
Mar 24–26 – DMS
Apr 8–10 – DES 3rd-4th
Apr 8 – DHS PreACT/ACT
🎨 Afterschool Program:
Our program continues through the end of the year for enrolled students! If your child no longer needs their spot, please contact the school office so another student can join. Thanks to our grant extension, we can continue this program as planned!
Let’s finish the year strong together! ❤️🖤
Diana Rea, Superintendent
The Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, in the K-8 Media Center at 6:00 PM. https://aptg.co/HJLmJV
High School orientation for current 8th grade students will begin in Hibbs Auditorium at DHS tonight at 5pm
Du Quoin CUSD 300 will be open tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 29. Buses will run snow routes, and student tardies will not be counted. Extended breakfast will be available. If you’re unable to travel due to snow, absences will be excused. Check email for full details.
Please stay safe and warm, and we will keep you updated on any further changes. Thank you for your understanding.
Diana Rea
Superintendent, Du Quoin Community Unit Schools #300
Due to inclement winter weather conditions, Du Quoin CUSD 300 is closed Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Please stay safe and warm, and we will keep you updated on any further changes. Thank you for your understanding.
Diana Rea
Superintendent, Du Quoin Community Unit Schools #300
Due to inclement winter weather conditions, Du Quoin CUSD 300 is closed Monday, January 26, 2026.
Please stay safe and warm, and we will keep you updated on any further changes. Thank you for your understanding.
Diana Rea
Superintendent, Du Quoin Community Unit Schools #300
RESCHEDULED The Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education will hold a special meeting that will have a closed session for the purpose of self-evaluation and practices and procedures or professional ethics on Monday, February 9, 2026, in the K-8 Media Center at 5:00 PM. https://aptg.co/RTT25N